M15-4 help please!

[wrkerr]

Some unexpected bills force the sale of a few safe queens. But I need some help from those more knowledgeable as to value/price.

I will be selling a M15-4, 4" . I have had it several years, never fired it, and it appears unfired, but has a very slight turn ring. No box/papers. The pictures speak well of its condition. Finish is 100%, absolutely no holster wear. SN is 269K87X.

Any help on value is greatly appreciated.

 

[saemetric]

$500-550 with no box

 

[wrkerr]

Thanks for the reply.

Any idea on date of mfg?

 

[cololab]

Looks like 1982 according to the Standard Catalog of S&W.

 

[wrkerr]

Thank you.

 

[ShivasIrons]

$500-550 with no box

I would concur.

 

[dmthomp32]

If I saw that at a shop for $550 I'd reach for my wallet!

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[wrkerr]

If I saw that at a shop for $550 I'd reach for my wallet!

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So...... I plan on selling it locally. Are you saying I should ask more than $550 and take $550? Sorry for my ignorance, but I really don't know it's value. I don't want to take advantage of anyone, but I also want to get a fair price.

 

[dmthomp32]

I think $550 is a great price that reflects a good solid value for the firearm. You might be able to get a little more but it also may not sell for some time as right now the gun selling market is a little slower. Prices are a spectrum from my perspective, $550 is a good value for the gun (not a screaming deal) but at most gun shops I'd expect to see it for $600-$625 around the Charlotte area (which I never see a model 15). If it was $450, it would sell in a heartbeat but you'd be leaving money on the table and someone would be posting pics on here celebrating their deal of the week! If you are looking to sell, these guys are spot on at $550 in my opinion.

So...... I plan on selling it locally. Are you saying I should ask more than $550 and take $550? Sorry for my ignorance, but I really don't know it's value. I don't want to take advantage of anyone, but I also want to get a fair price.

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[wrkerr]

Thanks to all for the replies so far.

 

[jtcarm]

Sorry to tell you, but I just paid $360 for a nickel 15-4 on GB:

 

[wrkerr]

Sorry to tell you, but I just paid $360 for a nickel 15-4 on GB:

Well THAT gives me something to think about!

 

[Narragansett]

IMO, Gun Broker can be a hit or miss opportunity. By that I mean there are deals to be had sometimes, then there are also some outrageous prices developed by bidding wars that do not reflect a true fair market value. IMO 360.00 is one of those" I got lucky" days.( no offense). I have bought 2-15-3's and a 15-2 recently, 2 of which are unfired beyond the factory test. Without the box in a face to face sale $550-575. is a fair price for both parties, IMO

 

[wrkerr]

Thank you. That's what I also see on GB.

 

[dmthomp32]

That is a heck of a deal, especially for a nickel!

Sorry to tell you, but I just paid $360 for a nickel 15-4 on GB:

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[jtcarm]

That is a heck of a deal, especially for a nickel!

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Yeah I wouldn't call it a typical deal.

OP:

To get what you think your gun is worth and/or what you want for it, be prepared to wait.

 

[wrkerr]

Yeah I wouldn't call it a typical deal.

OP:

To get what you think your gun is worth and/or what you want for it, be prepared to wait.

Are you saying the prices quoted so far are too high? Confused.....

 

[jtcarm]

Are you saying the prices quoted so far are too high? Confused.....

No, just don't expect to get full value right away.

 

[wrkerr]

Gotcha. I have time. Thanks.

 

[kbm6893]

I never got the attraction to nickel finishes. If I want a shiny model 19 I'll buy a 66. A shiny 15, I'll buy a 67. No worries of the nickel flaking or certain solvents damaging it. I saw a nickel model 13-2 in the shop yesterday. Labeled as "rare pinned and recessed". Was listed at $575. I didn't even look at it.

$550 is fair for that gun but you might not get it. Have a bottom number in mind and stick to it. Don't tell the seller your desperate to sell.